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Morgan Wallen denied throwing chair off bar roof to police in 2024, footage shows

Roughly two weeks after his April 2024 arrest, Wallen commented on social media: "I'm not proud of my behavior, and I accept responsibility" and said he "made amends" with Nashville law enforcement and others. Then in December, he pleaded guilty to two counts.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Apple TV+ extends its deal to be the exclusive streaming home for ‘Peanuts’ until 2030

The new extension — building on a partnership between WildBrain, Peanuts Worldwide and Lee Mendelson Film Productions — includes the classic "Peanuts" library, as well as plans for more new original series and specials.

8 hours ago in Entertainment, Trending

Investigators to review the 2005 shooting death of Hunter S. Thompson, which was ruled a suicide

Investigators are committed to answering any "lingering questions" surrounding his death, Sheriff Michael Buglione said.

8 hours ago in Lifestyle

Anderson’s Dior womenswear debut is a montage of ideas, but not a ‘New Look’

All eyes were on Jonathan Anderson — the Northern Irish designer who has already transformed Loewe into a global powerhouse of wit and craft — as he unveiled his first Dior womenswear collection on Wednesday.

8 hours ago in Features

A postman, his family, and a chair: Van Gogh museum’s surprising reunion exhibition

Portraits from the late 1880s of the expansively bearded postman Joseph Roulin, his wife, two sons and baby daughter have been brought together for an exhibition titled "Van Gogh and the Roulins. Together Again at Last."

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Champaign County African American Heritage Trail offers October community tour

Family-friendly bus tour explores key landmarks honoring Black history in Champaign-Urbana; reservations required.

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Florida Avenue Shared-Use Path Project in Urbana secures $1.6 million in state funding

New construction will complete a 4-mile bikeway through Urbana and Champaign, enhancing regional connectivity.

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Illinois linebacker Kenenna Odeluga named to Jason Witten Collegiate Man of the Year watch list

Senior standout recognized for leadership, service, and academic excellence on and off the field.

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Trick-or-Treat hours set for Halloween in Champaign County

Halloween night fun runs from 6 to 8 p.m. across Champaign, Urbana, and surrounding areas.

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16th Annual Disability Resource Expo to offer DRES shuttle for greater accessibility

16th Annual Disability Resource Expo to offer DRES shuttle for greater accessibility.

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Mahomet gears up for Fall Festival full of family fun

Fall for Mahomet returns October 4 with live music, food trucks, kids’ activities, and local vendors in a celebration of community spirit.

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Champaign’s fall yard waste pickup begins October 13

City announces 2025 collection schedule for Blue and Orange Zones through early December.

1 day ago in World

Hurricane Imelda rumbles toward Bermuda as airport, schools and government offices close

Hurricane Imelda barreled toward Bermuda on Wednesday as forecasters warned that it could swipe past the tiny British territory as a Category 2 storm.

1 day ago in National

What happens now that a government shutdown is underway

Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale amid high demand and many uncertainties

Not even half of the spots in the 48-team field have been claimed. The schedule of matches won't be finalized until December. And other than host nations U.S., Canada and Mexico, nobody has any idea where or when they'll be playing.

1 day ago in Sports

Roger Federer leads the 2026 nominees for the International Tennis Hall of Fame

Roger Federer leads the list of nominees announced Wednesday for the International Tennis Hall of Fame's class of 2026. He was the first man to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles and ushered in an era of unprecedented greatness with younger rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Music

Taylor Swift’s ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ is almost here. Here’s what to know

Lights, camera, action. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," arrives Friday. Are you ready for it?

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UPDATE ON FATAL CRASH: Person named in fatal crash Wednesday evening crash

Highway shut down for hours Tuesday night as State Police investigate fatal collision.

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U of I study finds misinformation can break up relationships

Researchers say political disinformation, online conspiracy rabbit holes strain romantic partnerships to the breaking point.

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Man arrested after home invasion on South Cottage Grove Avenue

Suspect posed as maintenance worker before victim escaped and called police.

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Beloved ‘Reading Rainbow’ returns after nearly 20 years with new host Mychal Threets

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After nearly 20 years, the beloved, long-running children's series "Reading Rainbow" is back, this time on the KidZuko YouTube channel.

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Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner sue Ray J for defamation over racketeering claims

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Kim Kardashian and her mother, Kris Jenner, are suing her ex-boyfriend Ray J for saying they are under federal investigation and on the verge of being indicted.

8 hours ago in National, Trending

Trump uses government shutdown to dole out firings and punishment

President Donald Trump has seized on the government shutdown as an opportunity to reshape the federal workforce and punish detractors, by threatening mass firings of workers and suggesting "irreversible" cuts to programs important to Democrats.

8 hours ago in National, Trending

Delta jets have a ‘low-speed collision’ on LaGuardia taxiway, injuring 1

Two Delta Air Lines regional jets collided on the taxiway at LaGuardia Airport in New York, injuring a flight attendant, damaging a cockpit and tearing off part of a wing in what the airline described as a "low-speed collision."

8 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Gatorade and Cheetos are among the Pepsi products getting a natural dye makeover

PepsiCo, which also makes Doritos, Cap'n Crunch cereal, Funyuns and Mountain Dew, announced in April that it would accelerate a planned shift to using natural colors in its foods and beverages.